The Matchday 8 Premier League clash between Manchester City and Everton will take place on October 18 at the Etihad Stadium. Manchester City vs. Everton: prediction and betting odds, statistics.
Manchester City
It seems the crisis for the Citizens is over. In their last four league matches, they have collected 10 points and climbed to 5th place, reducing the gap to the leader to just three points. During this period, the club defeated Manchester United (3-0), Burnley (5-1), and Brentford (1-0), while drawing with Arsenal (1-1). It's also worth noting that the Mancunians have become the top scorers with 15 goals. Additionally, Pep Guardiola became the fastest manager in Premier League history to reach 250 wins, needing just 349 matches.
- The Citizens have not lost in 15 of their last 17 Premier League matches (11 wins and 4 draws).
- Manchester City has won 7 of their last 8 home league matches.
- The club has not conceded in the first half in 9 of their last 11 Premier League games.
Predicted lineup for Manchester City (4-1-4-1)
Gianluigi Donnarumma – Matheus Nunes, Ruben Dias, Josko Gvardiol, Nico O'Reilly – Rodri Hernandez – Tijjani Reijnders, Oscar Bobb, Savio, Phil Foden – Erling Haaland.
Midfielder Rodri Hernandez is not yet ready to play due to injury. Defenders Abdukodir Khusanov and Rayan Ait-Nouri, as well as forward Omar Marmoush, are doubtful due to injuries.
Everton
In the previous round, the Liverpool side hosted the tournament's early surprise package, Crystal Palace. They lost the first half but managed to score two unanswered goals in the final stages to win 2-1. This ended a brief three-match winless streak in the Premier League (2 draws and 1 loss). David Moyes' men have climbed to 8th place in the table and are just two points behind the Citizens.
- The club has not lost in 9 of their last 11 league matches (6 wins and 3 draws).
- A maximum of three goals have been scored in 8 of Everton's last 9 Premier League games.
- The Liverpool side has scored in 9 of their last 12 away Premier League matches.
Predicted lineup for Everton (4-2-3-1)
Jordan Pickford – Michael Keane, James Tarkowski, Jake O'Brien, Vitaliy Mykolenko – Idrissa Gueye, James Garner – Jack Grealish, Tyron Dibling, Iliman Ndiaye – Thierno Barry.
Midfielder Jack Grealish will not play in this match due to loan agreement conditions. Defender Jarred Branthwaite is out due to injury.
Referee
Tony Harrington (England)
Matches – 21 (Premier League, 2024/25–2025/26);
Yellow cards shown (including second yellows) – 88;
Average yellow cards per match – 4.2;
Red cards shown – 3;
Average fouls per match – 22;
Penalties – 19%.
Match Prediction: Manchester City vs. Everton
Despite the good form the Mancunians have found, I believe they will find it difficult to secure three points in the upcoming match. The Liverpool side also aims to make a breakthrough this season and compete for a European spot. The visitors have only two losses, both by a narrow margin. Moreover, Everton's defensive play is commendable, having conceded only two goals in 10 previous league matches.
Breaking down such a defense will be tough even for Erling Haaland. I expect a low-scoring encounter, as the Liverpool side will not play open football against such an opponent. Notably, no more than three goals were scored in 8 of Everton's last 9 Premier League games, as well as in 5 of Manchester City's last 6 league matches. Furthermore, spectators saw a maximum of three goals in 7 of the last 8 head-to-head meetings between these clubs in the league.
My prediction – Total under 3 goals
